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Company: BBM Railway Equipment, LLC
Reports To: Engineering and Operations Manager
Direct Reports:
Exempt / Non-Exempt: Exempt
General Overview
The Project Engineer will work on the Design and Project Management of railway maintenance equipment. This role will focus on design and drafting of parts and assemblies, analysis of structural components, generation of bills of material, and documentation of operation and maintenance procedures along with interfacing directly with customers, vendors and the manufacturing team for various projects. The successful candidate will be technically oriented with strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. This individual will work closely with the Engineering Manager to ensure that engineering tasks are completed on schedule and equipment designs are under budget. The Project Engineer will also work closely with the Field Service Manager to schedule resources for timely completion of all field work. Occasional travel within North America will be required – approximately 10%.
Responsibilities
- Manage projects with Class 1 freight railroads, major inner city transit authorities and construction general contractors
- Set baseline job budgets during project initiation to monitor and adjust as needed throughout the life of the project
- Build master project schedules (gantt charts) from sales estimates and subcontractor schedules
- Evaluate equipment specifications with engineering to determine specification compliance; generate compliance matrices as required
- Manage the original scope of supply and thoroughly communicate this with the customer; process change orders as necessary
- Interface directly with customers as the main point of contact between engineering, manufacturing and the client
- Develop and improve designs for new and existing maintenance equipment using 2D and 3D CAD software
- Draft and revise 2D manufacturing drawings using ANSI and Geometric Drafting & Tolerancing standards (2009 ASME y14.5)
- Assess sub-components and electrical components for interfacing with the structural equipment
- Interface with outside vendors and suppliers of sub-components to verify compliance of product specifications
- Generate bills of material based on fabricated and purchased components for import into the ERP database
- Interface with vendors and the manufacturing team to track delivery of components and resolve issues as they arise.
- Organize shipments and generate packing lists within the ERP for proper shipment tracking
- Document and revise procedures for operation and maintenance of equipment
- Communicate with Executives, Managers, and co-workers in formal and informal settings
- Adhere to a fast-paced schedule and timeline while maintaining a high-quality standard of work.
- Assembly floor and vendor/machine shop support as required
- Schedule resources for factory assembly and/or testing and field service work
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s of Science in Mechanical or Structural Engineering with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
- Computer proficient; Experience with designing and drafting in 3-D CAD (SolidWorks strongly preferred)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products
- Demonstrated technical writing abilities, and strong verbal skills
- Self-motivated with effective communication and team-working skills
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
- 5-7 years’ work experience within Mechanical Design and/or Project Engineering
- Demonstrated understanding of general electrical design and principles
- Experience with Project Management software preferred (MS Project, Smartsheet, ClickUp, etc.)
- Prior experience with Finite Element Analysis, ANSYS or SolidWorks Simulation
- Experience in construction management is a plus
- Demonstrated project and team experience
General Overview
The Field Service Technician will be responsible for supervising and/or performing the installation of the company’s equipment, providing start-up, testing, and training services, performing inspection and preventive maintenance services for equipment, troubleshooting repairing and assisting with upgrades on existing equipment. Work will include extensive travel, within North America.
Responsibilities
· Equipment Installations – Supervise the installation of new or rebuilt equipment and provide startup, testing and training services.
· Equipment Maintenance – Perform inspection and preventive maintenance services.
· Equipment Service – Troubleshoot and repair equipment.
· Equipment Upgrades – Assist in the upgrading of existing equipment.
· Technical Support – Whether working at the company’s facilities or in the field, assist in responding to requests for technical support for the operation, maintenance, and servicing of customer equipment.
· Operation, Maintenance and Training Materials – Assist in the development or updating of equipment operation, maintenance and training materials related to the company’s products.
· Advanced Planning – Assist in the development of detailed installation and field service plans prior to going out in the field; to prepare appropriate schedules, and better understand the rigging, material staging and resource requirements, relating to such activities.
· General Customer Assistance – Assist the Field Service Manager, the Project Manager and Engineering Manager in providing other services to the company’s customers.
· Reporting Requirements – Generate comprehensive daily field service reports in a detailed and professional manner.
Required Qualifications
· Associate’s Degree in Electrical Engineering/Engineering Technology required.
· Minimum 5 years’ experience in technical support of industrial equipment.
· Experience with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) control systems and capable of editing PLC ladder logic programming.
· Experience with troubleshooting electrical circuits including but not limited to; high voltage (480-120VAC), low voltage (24VDC), digital & analog I/O, control relays, motors, starters, circuit breakers, switches, etc.
· Willing to be assertive while technically supervising the work of third-party contractors in the field to protect the company’s interests.
· Ability to read and understand technical drawings, specifications, and other documentation for large, moving equipment.
· Capable of operating with minimum supervision, strong problem-solving skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
· Basic computer skills required – Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, OneNote, Teams, etc.)
· Must be able to work well with people (colleagues, subcontractors, clients, etc.)
· Must hold a current driver’s license and be willing to travel; approximately 75% travel required.
Preferred Qualifications
· Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering/Engineering Technology preferred
· Minimum 5 years’ experience in assembly and/or service for large capital equipment projects.
· Experience with Variable Frequency Drives (VFD) and capable of modifying drive parameter files.
· Safe work practices – OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.
General Overview
The Field Service Technician will be responsible for supervising the installation of the company’s equipment in the field, providing start-up, testing, and training services in the field, performing inspection and preventive maintenance services for equipment in the field, troubleshooting repairing and assisting with upgrades on existing equipment in the field. Work will include extensive travel, both within and outside of the United States.
Responsibilities
• Equipment Installations – Supervise and/or perform the assembly and installation of new or rebuilt capital equipment and provide startup, testing and training services in the field.
• Equipment Maintenance – Perform inspection and preventive maintenance services.
• Equipment Service – Troubleshoot and repair equipment in the field as needed.
• Equipment Upgrades – Assist in the upgrading of existing equipment in the field.
• Technical Support – Whether working at the company’s facilities or in the field, assist in responding to requests for technical support for the operation, maintenance, and servicing of customer equipment.
• Operation, Maintenance and Training Materials – Assist in the development or updating of equipment operation, maintenance and training materials related to the company’s products.
• Advanced Planning – Assist in the development of detailed installation and field service plans prior to going out in the field to prepare appropriate schedules, and better understand the rigging, material staging and resource requirements, relating to such activities.
• General Customer Assistance – Assist the Field Service Manager, the Project Manager and Engineering Manager in providing other services to the company’s customers.
• Reporting Requirements – Generate comprehensive daily field service reports in a detailed and professional manner.
Required Qualifications
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in technical support of industrial equipment.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in assembly and/or service for large capital equipment projects.
• Experience with rigging and lifting equipment (overhead, gantry, and jib cranes, forklifts, etc.) required.
• Experience with welding and/or fabricating (MIG, TIG and/or Stick) required.
• Experience with general hand tools and large power tools and pneumatic tools required.
• Willing to be assertive while technically supervising the work of third-party contractors in the field to protect the company’s interests.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings, specifications, and other documentation for large, moving equipment.
• Capable of operating with minimum supervision, strong problem-solving skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work well with people (colleagues, subcontractors, clients, etc.)
• Must hold a current driver’s license and be willing to travel; approximately 75% travel required.
Preferred Qualifications
• Associate’s Degree or Certification from Technical College preferred, but not required.
• Basic computer skills for reporting – Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, OneNote, Teams, etc.)
• National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (NCCCO) Certification preferred.
• American Welding Society (AWS) Certification preferred.
• Experience with equipment foundation work (concrete, grout, form work, anchoring methods, etc.) preferred.
• Safe work practices – OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification preferred.
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